r/MarksAndSpencer

Hey guys, I’ve been hired by M&S, signed the contract, ordered my uniform (which hasn’t arrived at the store yet) but have heard nothing about my actual starting date. I assumed it would be today as it said my contract commences from 05/07/26 but I’ve still heard nothing and there’s no proper way for me to contact the store. Should I go in to the store tomorrow to ask them when I’m actually going to do my induction, or keep waiting for an email?

had my induction/training today and i remember almost nothing😭😭😔 will i learn more as i work..?

i recently got offered a job at m&s but i don’t have a p45. i’ve alr been to induction and everything and told my trainer i put a note on the system saying i don’t have a p45. what’s gonna happen?

I was recently diagnosed with Autism and wonder if I should let them know at work. I've been spiralling since the diagnosis and don't really want people to know.

Had a job interview for womenswear on Thursday got a call from no caller id on Friday that you passed the interview but we want to give you the role in foodhall n most shifts are from 5 am can you do it i said yes .So the guy said it will take 1/2 days for an official email to be sent to me keep an eye on your mail. Im confused now will they ghost me or really send an email??

It’s been over two weeks from interview and I’ve heard nothing, my application says under consideration. I’ve emailed recruitment and haven’t heard anything should i keep waiting or just give up and look for a different job

Hi, I had an interview for M&S foodhall. I booked the first interview slot. They were only interviewing people for two days. I'd say the interview overall went fine, but the manager that was interviewing me kept on saying "If you're successful" then this and that will happen. He was stressing on it. I don't know. He said i'll hear no later by Thursday (as the last day they were interviewing was on wednesday). It's Saturday now, i havent heard anything back, and it still says "under consideration" on my application. I don't know what this is a sign of. Anyone has any idea?

confused though because they were referring to the recruitment team not working weekends, however i thought the decision was made in the store and had nothing to do with hr so im confused.

what should i be expecting?

Hey guys. I started at M&S a week ago and was wondering if anyone had any tips to make the work easier and faster. My shifts are mostly for waste, and I'm a customer assistant for foods.

Hello! I got a job at M&S. Today only they sent me an email mentioning the offer that the fixed term contract starting from 12 july to 3rd of October. But in interview they mentioned 12 weeks are the probationary period. So i am confused to they extend the contract and make it permanent after 3 months or I will loose the job after that?

If anyone previously worked there please clarify! It would be a great help. TIA.

if the trousers for the m&s uniform don’t fit me, is it okay to wear flare leggings or will they be mad?

if my interviewer said i should get a call back next week am i still uncertain about the outcome? like would they call me to reject me, i assumed it would just be a lack of contact

I'm so confused, why would they relist it if I'm still under consideration? Is this normal?

I've emailed the recruitment email address and I'm hoping to pop in later this afternoon to try and see the manager. Is all hope lost? Why have I not just been regretted if they don't want me? Should I try calling the store now instead of popping in?

So many questions, so much frustration. I really want this role...

Not necessarily in-house, they could do it through Deliveroo like Waitrose does.

Hi all...they are making changes at our store. Anyone on 12 hours (I work 6-10pm three nights a week, which includes every other Saturday) now has to work 2 Saturdays a month extra. No consultation. Just told it's happening. We were wondering if this is just specific to our store or nationwide. So I told my colleagues I'd ask on here 🙂. Hopefully no one else has to face this.....☹️

At a time where everything else seems to less good and more expensive, I have been so pleasantly surprised by M&S. When I actually sat down and did the maths on how much more expensive it would be for me to shop in M&S versus my usual Tesco, the difference is minuscule for significantly better quality (granted, I barely buy branded products so its most fresh fruit, veg, meats and cheeses). I know it’s more a case of Tesco getting more expensive, but still - surprising. I got some sizzler steaks for Sunday lunch that were £5 and so delicious. Rainbow chard, interesting and good quality veg and fruit.

Not just cost, it’s just a great place to be. It feels clean, looked after and the staff are always helpful. The product selection is great and the packaging is up to date, clear and nice/calming compared to a lot of places. It feels like 10 years ago M&S was out of kilter with the public, being expensive and catering for the elderly. Particularly in the clothes department. Now it is young, trendy and interesting without alienating the older generations. And (perhaps I am sad) a fun day out, especially on a hot day like we’ve been having!

How do I hand in my notice? I’ve worked at M&S for a month and I hate it. Do I just message my line manager?

I’m 16 just booked a bra fitting
Just slightly concerned about if they tell me i need an adult with me?